ABOUT US:

• The Baby Fold is a non-profit organization that has been dedicated to the well-being of children and families since 1902. We successfully impact over 1200 people a year with a wide array of programs designed to wrap services around children and strengthen families. We are a leader in trauma-informed practices, employing the most effective treatment plans in every facet of our work.

BENEFITS & PERKS:

We take good care of our employees so they can take care of our community. Benefits for full time Adoption Support Caseworker include:

• Health Insurance (choice of 3 medical plans)
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement plan (403(b)/ROTH) with employer match
• No cost Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Plan and Dependent Care Plan
• Paid Vacation, Personal time, Sick time, and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• NEW - No fee, No credit check $1,500 Line of Credit for medical, mental health, & veterinary services
• NEW - Personalized assistance with the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Advancement opportunities
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Competitive pay with annual merit increases
• Hybrid work options available for many positions

SUMMARY:

• The Adoption Support Caseworker is responsible for assessing and providing voluntary services to Central Illinois families formed through adoption and subsidized guardianship.
• Services include in-home assessments, crisis and other counseling interventions, education, training, support groups, respite, advocacy and referrals to community services.
• Work Hours: Full-time, flexible schedule, 37.5+ hrs/wk with hybrid/field work
• PAY: $19.22 - $24.03/hour ($37,485 - $46,856.25 annually), based on experience, hourly/non-exempt

RESPONSIBILITIES OF AN ADOPTION SUPPORT CASEWORKER:

• Assessment: Conducts family and individual assessments of strengths and needs that are compliant with both ASAP procedures, DCFS, and COA.
• Service/Treatment Planning: With the input of client families, plans services and treatments that will strengthen and support the families and focus child(ren). All Individualized Treatment Plans must be ASAP, DCFS, and COA compliant.
• Mentoring, Advocating, Supporting, and Educating: In accordance with the service goals, provides mentoring, advocacy, support, and education that will protect children, preserve families and enhance the mental health of children and families alike.
• Counseling Interventions: Provides appropriate counseling interventions that will support the focus child(ren) and their families to enhance their overall level of functioning. Assumes responsibility for on-call duties as assigned.
• Record keeping: Documentation must meet agency, DCFS and COA requirements for timeliness, completeness and accuracy.
• Community Relations: Represents the agency in a positive light to active and potential clients, referral and funding sources, and the general public. Utilizes community contacts to advocate for clients and to promote child and family well-being.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in social work or related field required.
• Valid driver’s license with adequate auto insurance.
• 2+ years of casework experience strongly preferred.

CONTACT US:

For more information on job opportunities at The Baby Fold, please visit www.thebabyfold.org/careers/tbf.

For assistance in applying/checking status of your application, contact humanresources@thebabyfold.org or 309-454-1700.

Education

• Bachelors or better in Social Work or related field